Brew Markets
Brew Markets breaks down the day’s most compelling stock market stories and explores what they mean for you. Hosted by John Crotteau and Hanna Horvath, the show delivers refreshing insights into trading trends and money moves, every weekday afternoon.
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Microsoft Pays Workers to Leave & Google’s Soul Search
<p>Episode 302: Today, John and Hanna unpack Microsoft’s earnings and its voluntary buyout offer to 60,000 employees to discuss what a booming business with a shrinking workforce says about the job market. Then, we connect the dots between the Fed’s rate decision, its Beige Book and the latest PCE report to see what signals the economy is sending. Also: Alphabet shares are tumbling after its latest earnings – what does it have to do with Google Search? Finally, we break down quarterly results from Caterpillar, Eli Lilly and Crocs… and why Hershey gave investors a scare just before Halloween.</p> <p><br><...
Boeing’s Turbulent Quarter & Cheesecake Factory’s Sweet Earnings
<p>Episode 301: Today, John and Emily discuss whether Boeing’s turnaround is taking flight and if investors are on board. Then, the Cheesecake Factory has been serving up headlines all week… but did its earnings results give Wall Street something to celebrate? Also: we check the pulse of GE HealthCare and Boston Scientific after the medical companies reported earnings. But wait, there’s more on the menu! We spin through headlines out of Wendy’s, Jersey Mike’s, Chili’s parent company Brinker International and Wingstop. Finally, we unpack what SK Hynix’s results reveal about the broader chip industry – and, a taste of...
Coke Zero Pops & Big Tobacco Goes Smokeless
<p>Episode 300: Today, John and Emily dive into Coca-Cola’s earnings, unpacking which products are driving growth, why international sales are rising while domestic sales are flat, and what’s behind its new partnership with KFC. Then, we turn to Philip Morris and discuss whether cigarettes or ZYN are behind its record quarter. Plus, we play “Overheard on Earnings,” as our colleague Dave tries to match each quote to the executive who said it. Finally, we round up the latest market headlines, including General Motors’ move to the Nasdaq, DoorDash’s reported talks to buy Instacart, and earnings from UPS and PayPal.<...
Anthropic’s Growth Warning & Brazil’s Market Meltdown
<p>Episode 299: Today, Emily and Kaila unpack the main takeaways from Anthropic’s S-1 filing and ask whether the company’s explosive growth is sustainable. We also zoom out to examine the broader AI market – and how much of the earnings boom is concentrated in a handful of companies. Then, we discuss why Brazilian stocks plunged following the unexpected victory of incumbent President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva. Finally, we round up the latest market headlines, including Verizon’s earnings, Meta’s plans to raise $95 billion for its AI buildout and Apollo’s minority stake in Mubadala Capital – the private capital...
Hollywood vs. Silicon Valley & The Midterm Money Effect
<p>Episode 298: Today, John and Hanna explore the evolving relationship between Hollywood and Silicon Valley, and why filmmakers are shining a harsh spotlight on their neighbors to the north. Then, with the midterm elections fast approaching, we unpack how elections impact your money and influence the way people invest. Finally, we head back to the analyst disco to break down why Victoria’s Secret and Boyd Gaming both scored analyst upgrades.</p> <p><br></p> <p>Visit schwab.com/trading</p> <p><br></p> <p>www.brewmarkets.com </p> <p><br></p> <p>Subscribe to the Brew Markets newsletter: https://www...
Meta Burns Through Cash & The Internet’s Security Scare
<p>Episode 297: Today, Emily and Kaila break down Tesla’s earnings and the latest headlines surrounding Elon Musk, including a potential SpaceX–Tesla merger. Then, we unpack Meta’s earnings, its AI spending spree and the $25 billion penalty it was ordered to pay New Mexico. We also discuss how critical PHP security flaws put millions of websites at risk, and how cybersecurity stocks are reacting. Finally, we round up the latest market headlines, including earnings from Procter & Gamble and Spotify, David’s Bridal’s plans to spin off its AI wedding platform Pearl and Bose’s acquisition of Skullcandy.</p> <p><br></p> <...
Netflix’s Existential Crisis & Playing Money Musical Chairs
<p>Episode 296: Today, John and Hanna break down Netflix’s Q3 earnings and why shares are falling despite positive headline numbers. Plus, the bigger problem facing the streaming giant. Then, we turn to the macro picture, exploring the growing competition for the same pool of money – and who ultimately gets the cash. Finally, we round up the latest market headlines, including why AT&T shares are plunging despite beating earnings estimates, Elon Musk’s comments on a potential SpaceX-Tesla merger, and Abbott Laboratories’ plans to spin off its embattled nutrition business.</p> <p><br></p> <p>Visit schwab.com/trading</p> <p><b...
U.S. Housing Market Split & Hasbro's Magic Quarter
<p>Episode 295: Today, John and Emily break down the state of the U.S. housing market and why luxury homes are booming while the starter and middle markets are stalling. Then, we dive into Hasbro's earnings, the magic behind one of its biggest assets, and why the toy giant is leaving Rhode Island after more than a century. We also unpack 3M's earnings and its expanded data center partnership with Amazon. Plus, we round up the latest market headlines, including MSG Sport's upcoming split, Best Buy's push into gaming, Amazon's holiday hiring spree, Salesforce's acquisition of Braze and why shares...
SpaceX Stock Giveaway & J.B. Hunt's Diesel Woes
<p>Episode 294: Today, John and Emily break down Elon Musk’s plan to give American kids shares of SpaceX… and the renewed speculation about a potential SpaceX-Tesla merger. Then, we dig into J.B. Hunt’s earnings and how rising fuel and labor costs are squeezing the trucking giant. We also unpack results from steelmaker Cleveland-Cliffs and examine how tariffs are providing a boost to its business. Finally, we round up the latest market headlines, including Merck Group’s acquisition of Silence Therapeutics, Unilever’s decision to sell its colorful bandage brand Welly, and the New York Stock Exchange’s push toward...
Bumble’s Multi-Billion Dollar Decline & Crocs Steps Up
<p>Episode 293: Bumble goes private! ...at a fraction of its original valuation. Today, John and Hanna discuss the deal, what caused Bumble’s decline in value and how it reflects the larger dating app ecosystem.Then we head back to the analyst disco, breaking down why Crocs and Texas Roadhouse both scored analyst upgrades.</p> <p><br></p> <p>Visit Schwab.com/FinancialDecoder</p> <p><br></p> <p>www.brewmarkets.com </p> <p><br></p> <p>Subscribe to the Brew Markets newsletter: https://www.morningbrew.com/brew-mark...</p> <p><br></p> <p>Follow Brew Markets on social:</p> <p>Instagram: ins...
